Radiant Smile Dentistry

12/13/2024

We have rolled out "package pricing" on implants through the end of December, which means BIG discounts. We do a lot of implants with great success, which changes the way our patients feel about themselves, and are ready to answer all of your questions. To schedule a free consultation call (608) 268-1700.

11/27/2024

Wisdom teeth, or third molars, do not always erupt properly. It's recommended to get an opinion from a dentist whether they should be removed before they become impacted, causing pain, swelling, infection, cavities or gum disease.

Partially erupted wisdom teeth are breeding grounds for bacteria and germs that may cause infection, and cysts and tumors may grow on a trapped wisdom tooth. Jaw pain and gum disease may occur. Not all wisdom teeth cause problems, however.

It isn't wise to wait until wisdom teeth bother you. Early removal, if indicated, is generally recommended to avoid problems, such as an impacted tooth that destroys the second molar. People younger than 16 heal easier too. At an early age, people should be evaluated by their dentist who can track third molar development with the help of X-rays. Wisdom teeth should be removed when the decision has been made that they cannot erupt into an acceptable position or, if already erupted, have developed caries, gum disease or other problems.

11/26/2024

How are implants done? I usually place them at the same time with the tooth/teeth removal. A bone graft is packed around the implant to fill the empty space around it. The space in the bone where the tooth used to be is usually larger than the implant and it needs to be filled with a bone graft for proper bone formation after the procedure. I place a temporary crown on top of the implant except for the molar areas. Usually post-operative discomfort is minimal. A digital scan (most of the time) or an impression for a permanent crown is done 4 months later. 2-3 weeks after that the crown is installed into the implant and the treatment is complete.

11/26/2024

For some unknown reason google maps and Google search list our office as "permanently closed", which is incorrect. We are definitely open and have been for over 20 years. We are working with Google to get the listing corrected.

09/05/2024

An immediate implant placement with a bone graft and a collagen membrane to correct missing bone. A temporary crown to improve the healing of the gum tissue for good esthetics around a future permanent crown was placed. The tooth was infected with the infection dissolving the bone on one side of the tooth.

09/05/2024

Treatment consisted of orthodontic treatment with brackets and veneers on the upper teeth.

08/24/2024

08/10/2024

We recommend Waterpik to all our patients for better removal of plaque and better gum health.

Adding a Waterpik™ Water Flosser to your brushing and flossing routine can be exciting. Waterpik™ removes leftover debris and plaque, even from hard to reach...

08/07/2024

A fractured tooth was extracted and an implant was placed with a bone graft at the same time with a temporary abutment and a temporary crown to preserve the bone and natural appearance of the gum line. Four and a half months later a digital scan of the fully integrated implant was performed. A custom abutment (yellow arrow) and a permanent zirconia crown (green arrow) were inserted in two weeks. The light blue arrow points at the temporary crown on the day of surgery, the dark blue arrow shows the same temporary crown five months later. The x-rays show excellent bone level around the implant. All work on that tooth was performed by Dr. Stepanenkov.

07/25/2024

A temporary crown on an implant that was placed at the same time with a tooth extraction and a bone graft (blue arrow) preserved the natural gum line. A custom abutment and a permanent crown were placed 4 months later (green arrow). All procedures were done by Dr. Stepanenkov.

07/25/2024

A full mouth reconstruction of broken decayed teeth and multiple missing teeth. Treatment included extraction of several teeth, bone grafting, implant placement, porcelain individual crowns and bridges. All work was done by Dr. Stepanenkov.